GEF Small Grants Programme India- Operational Phase 7
GEF Small Grants Programme in India, Phase 7, funded by UNDP, offers grants ($10,000-$100,000) for biodiversity, climate change, and land degradation projects. Seeking a Knowledge Partner to enhance knowledge exchange and policy influence. Apply by August 10, 2024.
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GEF Small Grants Programme in India - Operational Phase 7
Donor Name: United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Grant Size: $10,000 to $100,000
Category: Grant
Important Dates:
- Post Date: July 23, 2024
- Deadline Date: August 10, 2024
Objective:
- Develop knowledge management and communications strategies to facilitate networking and knowledge exchange among stakeholders.
- Strengthen civil society capacity to influence policy development through participation in events and initiatives.
- Ensure alignment with the Government of India's Mission - Unnat Bharat Abhiyaan.
Thematic Areas:
- Biodiversity Conservation
- Agrobiodiversity conservation, protection of endemic species, conservation of biodiversity resources.
- Climate Change
- Mitigation of GHG emissions, promotion of renewable energy, energy efficiency, circular economy initiatives.
- Land Degradation
- Integrated land resource management, restoration of degraded lands, sustainable use of ecosystems.
Scope of Work:
- Develop knowledge management and communications strategy.
- Curate and organize SGP Learning Forum workshops.
- Train community-based organizations (CBOs) on information collection and documentation.
- Maintain e-Learning platform and facilitate collaboration among stakeholders.
- Develop flagship publication and multimedia content (videos, graphics, case studies).
- Disseminate knowledge products through various channels and platforms.
- Facilitate learning exchanges through south-south cooperation.
- Other tasks as assigned by the National Coordinator.
Funding Information:
- Maximum grant amount: USD 75,000 for all three landscapes.
- Detailed budgetary estimate required.
Duration: September 2024 - December 2026
Location and Target Beneficiaries:
- Targeted landscapes: Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Assam, and Meghalaya.
- Collaboration with local government partners, NGOs/CBOs/CSOs, and Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Open to Non-governmental Organizations, Academic and Research Organizations.
- Must be registered as society or trust and on the DARPAN portal of NITI Aayog.
- At least 5 years of experience in knowledge management and capacity building.
- Presence in the project landscapes identified under SGP OP7.
- Financial stability with an average turnover of not less than INR 1 crore in the last three financial years.
- Availability of key professionals with relevant expertise.
Competencies Required:
- Capacity for fostering community knowledge management.
- Experience in communication, outreach, and working with community-led initiatives.
- Ability to develop a community 'share and learn' platform.
- Strong presentation and facilitation skills.
- Proficient in crafting policy and communication materials for diverse audiences.
- Excellent command of written and spoken English.
For more information and application details, visit UNDP SGP India.
This summary provides a comprehensive overview of the GEF Small Grants Programme in India under its 7th Operational Phase, detailing objectives, thematic areas, eligibility, and requirements for interested organizations.
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